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(46,869 posts) Thu Apr 6, 2023, 02:10 AM Apr 2023

11 Superb Whiskey Bars in Dallas-Fort Worth

Discover your perfect dram with this guide to DFW’s incredible whiskey scene.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/dallas/best-whiskey-bars-dallas-fort-worth

Whiskey is, undoubtedly, back on top as America’s beloved spirit, and DFW’s whiskey scene is here to prove it. From dives that make you feel at home to joints that skew upscale in vibe, there’s a spot for every whiskey enthusiast or curious newcomer. These aren’t strictly all whiskey bars in Dallas-Fort Worth by definition—some are big-name restaurants with impressive Captain’s Lists, others are spartan pubs slinging great pours. Expect to find eclectic selections, imaginative concoctions, and atmospheres that welcome all. Buckle up and let your senses guide you on a journey through DFW’s vibrant and diverse whiskey landscape, because, as Mark Twain said, “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough.”

Where to Find Rad Whiskey in Dallas-Fort Worth Right Now

Billy Can Can

Victory Park

Here, find incredible Texas cuisine and a bar program to match. Billy Can Can’s whiskey program focuses on showcasing the versatility of American whiskey. The cocktail menu was designed in a way to pair with chef Matt Ford’s exceptional cuisine and accent the casual yet upscale atmosphere. For those just dipping their toes into Texas whiskey, make sure you check out their happy hour from 5 to 7 where all Texas whiskey is half price.

The Mitchell

Downtown

The Downtown bar that you know is cool but you’ve forgotten how cool. Whiskey fans, it’s time to come back. When it first opened, The Mitchell was known as a gin-forward bartender’s bar, but today, they’re focused on whiskey and have one of the most unique selections in town. General Manager Taylor Witt has created a very impressive collection of heavy hitters—the largest collection of Balvenie in the South, for example—but also focuses on lesser-known craft whiskey. You won’t find Buffalo Trace here, by choice, however we’ve all moved on from deferring to Blanton’s at every opportunity, haven’t we?

Whiskeys

Expo Park

You have never been to a whiskey bar like this before. To be frank, whiskey is typically made, marketed to, and primarily consumed by white men. Whiskeys is Black-owned, Black-operated, and built around the idea that whiskey should be for anyone. The ambiance embodies the essence of cool, but most importantly, the whiskey is the star. Whiskey is the only spirit available, but don’t worry, you have 600 different options to choose from. Never had Blanton’s Gold? Try the Blanton’s flight. Want to know the difference between Blood Oath Pact 5, 6, and 7? There’s a flight for that, too. Whiskeys is the best whiskey bar in Texas and there’s nothing else like it. Full Stop.

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